South African music star Tyla has made history by overtaking Beyoncé on Spotify. The 22-year-old broke the record for the most streamed album by a black female artist released in 2024. Tyla’s self-titled debut album achieved a staggering 1.565 billion streams, surpassing Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter, which had 1.564 billion streams. READ ALSO: Tyla leads Afrobeats…

Nigerian musicians are proving that their art knows no limits, both locally and globally. With soulful rhythms, vibrant beats, and stories, they are not just entertaining but also creating records that resonate far beyond borders. Their success isn't just in the charts; it's in the millions of streams they gather within days, setting the pace…

After successfully uniting gamers and music lovers, Spotify has returned to unite more communities in the entertainment sector. The streaming platform painted Lagos Island's WAF Skatepark, transforming it into a vibrant hub, celebrating the perfect blend of skateboarding and music. The event exposed the city's thriving skate culture, pulsing with authenticity and energy. Hosted by…

The Nigerian government and people have been challenged to learn from the People's Republic of China on economic transformation and lifting its huge population out of abject poverty. Former Governor of Abia State, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu, issued the challenge on Thursday while unveiling a book written by journalist John Azu, titled "Contemporary Legal Cooperation: China…

Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars have joined forces to create magic, and the world can’t get enough of it. Their song Die With A Smile has officially become the fastest track to hit 1 billion streams in Spotify history, achieving this in just 96 days. This marks Lady Gaga’s seventh track to cross the billion-stream…

Damini Ogulu, well known as Burna Boy, has achieved another milestone by becoming the first Nigerian artiste with two albums exceeding one billion Spotify streams.

Afrobeats superstar Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, is taking over Spotify’s Skate Noise playlist, putting Nigeria’s vibrant skate scene front and centre. Known for his passion for skateboarding, Asake brings fresh energy to the playlist, celebrating the diverse, inclusive culture at the heart of Nigerian skateboarding. Inspired by Lagos’ emerging skate crews, including the…

Online music streaming platform Spotify has released its ‘RADAR Africa’ documentary on the musical career of Nigerian singer Crown Uzama, popularly known as “Shallipopi.” Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music, Sub-Saharan Africa, in a statement on Friday, said the documentary offers a unique glimpse into Shallipopi’s creative process, inspirations, and personal life.   The News…

Spotify continues to support different subcultures as they partner with Gamr to showcase the synergy between music and gaming at an event held at the state-of-the-art Carven Arena, located in the heart of Landmark Center, Victoria Island. The event brought together the city's most passionate gamers, transforming the venue into a gaming paradise. The event…

American singer cum songwriter, Peter Gene Hernandez known professionally as Bruno Mars, notable for both his catchy pop music

Afrobeats has become the fastest-growing genre on Spotify, growing by 550% since 2017. The reason is in the new generation of artists coming up. It’s seen evolution over the years to the point that it has gone beyond just being a Nigerian

Spotify has announced a 44% price hike for its Premium subscription in Nigeria, effective November 24, 2024. The monthly fee will rise from N900 to N1,300, reflecting a broader trend of increasing subscription costs in the country's tech sector. In an email sent to subscribers, Spotify explained the reason behind the price adjustment, saying, "We’re…